Production Planner

Is International; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Matching

Development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Is International seeks a Production Planner in Orlando, FL to balance inventory with variable demand and coordinate with program managers, buyers, and fulfillment teams. The role drives process improvement, supports sourcing on safety stock, EOQ and cost reduction, and aligns demand with purchasing and manufacturing sources.

The candidate will manage demand and supply reviews, oversee MRP and capacity planning for OEM service parts, and contribute to KPI reporting and inventory optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; or 5+ years in material planning.
• APICS training or certification is desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP is required.
• Experience with import/export processes and Foreign Trade Zone activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and financial skills.
• Ability to analyze variances between actual and system inventory.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and present information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist parts management with demand review, supply review, and S&OP functions.
• Oversee MRP controller assignments, rough cut capacity planning, and OEM service parts inventory.
• Support reporting of demand accuracy, supply commitments, and stock disposition.
• Facilitate make/buy determinations with PLM, factories, engineering, and requestors.
• Provide input to item master for parts objectives.
• Design and lead BOM strategies for engineer-to-order, new product development, subcontracting.
• Contribute to ECN process and assess impacts on inventory.
• Create monthly inventory forecasts for KPI reporting.
• Develop strategies for material consolidation and minimizing duplication of active materials.
• Provide quarterly recommendations on slow-moving inventory reserves and part disposition.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Financial acumen

Interdepartmental communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, SCM, Business, or related field

APICS certification/training (desirable)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are hiring a Production Planner in Orlando, Florida. The Planner will possess knowledge and experience in a planning environment with expertise in balancing material inventories with the needs of highly variable demands. This role will proactively communicate with program managers, buyers, order fulfillment, and outage support specialists to ensure confidence in delivery commitments while meeting internal requirements. The Planner will also drive problem resolution, lead process improvement initiatives, and collaborate with sourcing teams on safety stock, EOQs, and cost reduction strategies. The position is responsible for aligning demand requirements with purchasing and manufacturing sources of supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist parts management with demand review, supply review, and integrated reconciliation functions in the S&OP process.
• Provide oversight of MRP controller assignments, rough cut capacity planning, and inventory control for OEM Service parts.
• Support reporting and monitoring of demand accuracy, supply commitments, and stock disposition.
• Facilitate make/buy determinations at material creation in collaboration with PLM, factories, engineering, and requestors.
• Provide technical input to item master entry and maintenance to support parts objectives.
• Design and lead processes to ensure accurate BOM strategies for engineer-to-order, new product development, subcontract, and modification scopes.
• Contribute to the Engineering Change Request/Notification process and assess impacts of ECNs on inventory and production.
• Create monthly inventory forecasts for KPI reporting.
• Develop strategies for material consolidation, influencing conversion timing, and minimizing duplication of active materials.
• Provide quarterly recommendations to leadership on slow-moving inventory reserves and part disposition.
• Document business process flows and narratives to maximize ERP system capabilities.
• Provide recommendations for manufacturing synergies and impacts on inventory KPIs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; or at least 5 years of experience in material planning, production control, and inventory management in a manufacturing environment.
• APICS training or certification is desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP is required.
• Experience with import/export processes and Foreign Trade Zone activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and financial skills with the ability to interface across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze and resolve variances between actual and system inventory.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, business materials, and regulations; write reports and correspondence; and effectively present information and respond to stakeholders.
• Ability to perform calculations (e.g., percentages, interest, proportions) and apply basic algebra and geometry to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic database systems.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Evens